Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Dietitian with a particular interest in Renal Dietetics or experience in this field to join our supportive renal dietetic service and an expanding Dietetic service. We are a friendly and innovative team and you will be provided with lots of networking opportunities along with regular CPD and peer support.
You will be a key member of the Dorset County Hospital Kidney Multidisciplinary team. The service covers Dorset County Hospital inpatients, clinics and dialysis units in Dorchester, South Somerset (Yeovil) and in East Dorset (Poole & Bournemouth) as part of the Dorset Renal Service.
This is a permanent position 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday (although part time or job share may be considered).
We will also consider, for the right candidate, a development band 5/6 renal dietitian post
Main duties of the job
You will work with a fantastic and forward thinking team of Renal Consultants, Specialist Nurses, Administrators, Podiatrists and Healthcare Assistants. You will be based with them at Dorset County Hospital in the beautiful County town of Dorchester, with outreach to other local hospitals. You will also be part of the Trust's Dietetic department, benefitting from easy access to and peer support from Dietitians working across a range of specialities.

• As an HCPC registered Dietitian, provide expert renal service to the MDT.
• Engage with, advise and train other healthcare professionals involved in the care of renal patients.
• Influencing on developing renal dietetic services through Quality Improvement projects.
• Work as a member of the Dietetic Department, in the promotion of a high-quality patient-focused service and contributing to service development and cover.

About us
The Dietetics department is committed to staff wellbeing and development, offering a range of CPD opportunities.
At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff
Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.
We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.
Details
Date posted
02 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
xc2xa337,338 to xc2xa344,962 a year Pro Rata Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share
Reference number
405-25-AHP246REN
Job locations
Dorset County Hospital
Williams Avenue
Dorchester
DT1 2JY
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online. Job description
Job responsibilities
Our DCHFT and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.
Please contact us at Recruitment@dchft.nhs.uk if you are unable to view or download the attachment.
For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.
Person Specification
education, qualifications and training
Essential

• BSc in Human Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent qualification as a dietician
• Current registered dietitian status with HCPC

Desirable

• Basic training in communication and behaviour change
• Clinical supervisory skills course
• Teaching qualification or experience of delivering education to groups
• Evidence of CPD
• Basic management training

Experience
Essential

• Minimum 18months - 2 years post registration experience working in the NHS

Desirable

• Wide-ranging clinical and dietetic experience, including some in acute nutritional support, renal, diabetes and gastroenterology
• Experience of: - Leading on a specified element of a service
• Experience of:- In training other healthcare professionals
• Experience of:- Writing policy / guidelines
• Experience of:-Conducting audit or research
• Experience of:-Training student dietitians

skills, ability and knowledge
Essential

• Competent written communication skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work alone and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of excellent time management skills, flexibility, adaptability to prioritise work, use initiative to complete projects and meet deadlines
• Evidence of ability to act as a mentor to dietetic learners and clinically support / line manage junior staff
• Understanding of confidentiality as it relates to dietetic practice
• A working knowledge of Microsoft and NHS computer systems
• An understanding of audit and research in relation to dietetic practice
• Knowledge of the BDA and HCPC standards that govern dietetics
• Able to travel to community settings for outreach work
• Able to implement the BDA Nutritional Care Process

Desirable

• Sound clinical knowledge relating to oral and enteral nutrition support
• Basic knowledge relating to parenteral nutrition support
• Evidence of interest in renal dietetics
• Understanding of clinical governance as it relates to dietetic practice
• Evidence of ability to use initiative but recognise limits

Person Specification
education, qualifications and training
Essential

• BSc in Human Nutrition & Dietetics or equivalent qualification as a dietician
• Current registered dietitian status with HCPC

Desirable

• Basic training in communication and behaviour change
• Clinical supervisory skills course
• Teaching qualification or experience of delivering education to groups
• Evidence of CPD
• Basic management training

Experience
Essential

• Minimum 18months - 2 years post registration experience working in the NHS

Desirable

• Wide-ranging clinical and dietetic experience, including some in acute nutritional support, renal, diabetes and gastroenterology
• Experience of: - Leading on a specified element of a service
• Experience of:- In training other healthcare professionals
• Experience of:- Writing policy / guidelines
• Experience of:-Conducting audit or research
• Experience of:-Training student dietitians

skills, ability and knowledge
Essential

• Competent written communication skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work alone and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Evidence of excellent time management skills, flexibility, adaptability to prioritise work, use initiative to complete projects and meet deadlines
• Evidence of ability to act as a mentor to dietetic learners and clinically support / line manage junior staff
• Understanding of confidentiality as it relates to dietetic practice
• A working knowledge of Microsoft and NHS computer systems
• An understanding of audit and research in relation to dietetic practice
• Knowledge of the BDA and HCPC standards that govern dietetics
• Able to travel to community settings for outreach work
• Able to implement the BDA Nutritional Care Process

Desirable

• Sound clinical knowledge relating to oral and enteral nutrition support
• Basic knowledge relating to parenteral nutrition support
• Evidence of interest in renal dietetics
• Understanding of clinical governance as it relates to dietetic practice
• Evidence of ability to use initiative but recognise limits

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